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Jamie Oliver Withdraws Children's Book After Criticism from Indigenous Australians

The book was criticized for perpetuating stereotypes and misrepresenting First Nations cultures, leading to its removal from shelves.

  • Jamie Oliver's children's book, 'Billy and the Epic Escape,' faced backlash for its portrayal of an Aboriginal character with mystical powers.
  • Critics, including the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Corporation, called the book culturally insensitive and harmful.
  • Complaints highlighted issues such as the trivialization of First Nations spirituality and the use of incorrect Indigenous languages.
  • Oliver and Penguin Random House UK apologized and admitted to an 'editorial oversight' for not consulting Indigenous communities.
  • The book has been withdrawn from sale worldwide, and Oliver expressed deep regret for the offense caused.
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